Ontario Keeping Whitby Seniors Healthy, Activeand Connected, Again!
Seniors Community Grants Supports Seniors’ Programs in Whitby
WHITBY – The Ontario government is investing in its seniors in Whitby by funding $27,100 in 2 organizations that will help seniors stay safe, fit, active, healthy and socially connected across the community with Seniors Community Grants.
Recipients in Whitby include:
- Alzheimer Society of Durham Region – $17,900
- Whitby Public Library – $9,200
“These investments make a big difference in the lives of Ontario’s older adults here in Whitby,” said Lorne Coe, Parliamentary Assistant to the Premier and MPP for Whitby. “Staying connected close to home and safely taking part in local life lets our seniors keep active with friends, family and the community.”
“Seniors Community Grants are keeping our seniors fit, active, healthy and socially connected close to home, in their communities,” said Raymond Cho, Minister for Seniors and Accessibility. “Our government is proud to invest in these projects with local organizations to meet the needs of seniors, provide the supports seniors need and deserve that also help to battle social isolation.”
These projects are part of the 305 Seniors Community Grants investing into communities across Ontario this year. Since 2018, Ontario has funded 1249 community-based projects and invested almost $22 million dollars in Seniors Community Grants that have kept seniors fit, active, healthy and connected while helping to end social isolation and combat ageism.
“The Alzheimer Society of Durham Region (ASDR) is thrilled to be a recipient of the Senior’s Community Grant to fund an exciting social program for individuals living with dementia. Our new program, “The Social” provides a safe and inviting space for those in the early to mid stages of dementia where they can stay active and engaged with others going through a similar journey. Receiving this grant means we can expand our program and offer this service to more individuals living with dementia and more care partners in need of respite. Thank you again to the Government of Ontario and Minister Cho for investing in ASDR and our community.”
– Gillian Barrie, CEO of The Alzheimer Society of Durham Region
“We are excited to start the Senior’s Education and Wellness project which aims to reduce older adults’ social isolation by increasing access to educational and well-being related workshops and programs. The library will be hosting 14 programs specifically designed for educational and health interests of seniors in Whitby. These initiatives will range from technology workshops to yoga, providing opportunities for social interaction, skill development, and well-being enhancement”.
– Ronda Jessup, CEO of Whitby Public Library.
QUICK FACTS
- The Seniors Community Grants Program provides funding ranging from $1,000 up to $25,000 for local projects.
- Ontario’s Seniors are the province’s fastest growing demographic, and by 2023, there will be 3 million Ontarians over the age of 65.
- Ontario has pledged $200,090 through Senior Community Grants in Whitby alone since 2018.